Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson delivered his annual State of the City speech Monday.
Johnson declared 2026 to be the Year of Housing in the city. In his remarks, he pointed out, “everything begins at home.”
“I know that personally. As I was growing up, my mom was instrumental in fostering my resilience and my perseverance. And, with my wife, we have built a home for our children that is supportive, encouraging, and loving,” Mayor Johnson said. “A good home is a first classroom for a child. It’s a place of safety and caring. It’s an environment where people grow – blossoming into full individuals. Homes can offer stability to a family, to a block, a neighborhood, and, yes, an entire city.”
Watch: Milwaukee mayor gives State of the City address
He presented his State of the City remarks at The Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy on North Vel Phillips Avenue. That location was chosen because of its proximity to three housing developments all constructed with city support
“Just about every renter, every home buyer, and anyone else who tracks the costs of residential real estate knows the cost of housing – the affordability of housing – is a big challenge for many. We have seen prices rise. We have seen competition intensify for housing. As a result, too many people are stuck in a disappointing living situation and squeezed financially,” Johnson said. “Everyone who currently lives in Milwaukee, and those who want to, should have access to an affordable, safe home that meets their needs. That is what we are striving for in the Year of Housing.”
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